How much does a thermal drone inspection cost?

In 2026, a thermal drone inspection costs $400–$1,000 for a 20,000 sq ft building in the US, and most quotes land near $650. Radiometric thermal plus RGB capture in the right temperature window (usually dawn or after sunset), annotated hotspot images and temperature readings. Large industrial sites run $1,300–$5,000; a Level I thermographer report adds $200–$600.

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